At The Jefferson School we are reimagining education — one engaged, motivated child at a time.

MISSION

The Jefferson School believes that children who are actively engaged in hands-on, nature-centered, experiential learning:

- are more readily able to absorb new ideas and integrate them with their current knowledge. 

- develop a passion for both lifelong learning and global awareness. 

- develop an early connection to the natural world as well as a desire to preserve it.

 

To that end, The Jefferson School strives to offer an exceptional, active learning environment of nature-centered strategies for children from preschool through grade 8.

 

VISION

The Jefferson School is recognized as a leader in developing and promoting relevant, hands-on, nature-centered educational strategies for students from preschool through grade 8.

  • Sign up now!
    The proceeds from this year's Dirty Bird 5K will go toward the continued development of our Nature Explore Classroom and Schoolyard Habitats. You can also VOLUNTEER by clicking the link below to SIGN UP.
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  • Join us for a variety of hands on science activities for the entire family.
    Stay and purchace lunch (authentic tacos are back!)
    Enjoy a nature walk on our nature and fitness trail.
    Bring your family and friends but please leave your four legged friends at home.

  • Friday, March 30 - Friday, April 6 - Spring Break
    Saturday, April 28 - Science Saturday
    Thursday, May 3 - TJS Dirty Bird 5K Run/Walk
    Friday, May 4 - Faculty Professional Development Day - School Closed
    Tuesday, May 8 - Georgetown Arts & Flowers Show
    Friday, May 11 - Spring Performance, Milton Theatre
    Friday, June 1 - Field Day
    Monday, June 4 - Scholastic Book Fair
    Thursday, June 7 - Graduation
    Friday, June 8 - Last Day of School

  • Click on the Inside Scoop (above) to see the most recent edition of our school magazine.

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